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I just need clear boundaries if this is going to work.
So, lingering after sex is definitely ano. And I would say sex in his bed would be a hard pass, too. I already had visions of us up there when I peeked inside, and I think it would feel too relationship-y if we did it there, and even more so if I stayed the night. Waking up in his arms while the beautiful ocean view is spread out before us…that would give me too many feels.
I have to keep sex and feelings separate.
And I’m going to have to try very hard, because liking Tyler is coming too easy.
When we get back to my apartment, the front parking lot of The Rusty Anchor is packed with cars for a busy Saturday night, but when he drives around back, there’s less.
Turning my face towards his, he gives me a heated look and I smile, meeting him in the middle for a hard kiss that leaves us both breathless.
“See you soon,” I tease, hopping out.
“You can count on it,” he says, his voice hoarse.
Walking up the stairs to my apartment, I grip the railing tightly as I focus on not letting my legs give out.
Tyler is…
I’ve never experienced anything like I did tonight. I feel open to the world for the first time in my entire life. A sexual rebirth of sorts.
The air smells sweeter, colors are brighter, the stars vaster and more visible.
Being his friend is going to be the best agreement I’ve ever entered into.
Chapter 9
When I walk into work on Tuesday, I’m already ready for the day to end.
I thought Tyler would call me, but he didn’t. I mean, I thought he’d want to do it again…
“Hey, Ellie,” Ally calls to me as she arranges the donuts in the cases.
“Hi,” I sigh, sounding just as frustrated as I feel.
Was I not what he expected? I thought we wereverycompatible, ineveryway. But after a long, silent two days, I’m starting to doubt myself…
“What’s wrong?”
“Nothing. Just tired.”
“Nope. I’m not buying it. That sigh had ‘man troubles’ written all over it. So, spill.”
“I haven’t heard from him since we, uh, hung out on Saturday.”
Popping her hand on her hip, she levels me with a stare. “And by hang out, do you mean taking your clothes off and devouring each other in a fiery passion?”
“Jesus, Al,” I say through a laugh. “Yes, that’s exactly what I mean.”
“What the hell?! And you didn’t tell me?!” she shouts, coming out from behind the counter. “Tell me everything! Right now!” I won’t even lie, I’ve been dying to dish.
“It was fucking amazing,” I tell her in a rush. “He’s so…built,” I sigh. “He cooked me dinner, we had the cake he bought from here, and then we…” Smiling, I bite my lip and look down. Images of us together flash through my mind, and I feel my neck grow hot.
“I can’t believe you were able to keep this from me! I must be losing my touch. So, how was he?” Ally waggles her eyebrows and winks. “I’m sure the well endowment gene runs in the family.”
“If it does, then I’d say I know why you and Ashley are always so ready to get it on with your men.”
“Exactly.” She laughs. “Welcome to the Taylor brother club.”
